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N.H. Testing Out New Warning System at Intersections
Car accident lawyers explain how the system works and what drivers in New Hampshire need to know New Hampshire state officials recently announced they will be testing a warning system designed to alert drivers about other vehicles entering the road in an effort to prevent intersection accidents, according to The Concord Monitor. If the new...
Read MoreWakeup Call: Drowsy Driving Can Be Deadly
A driver who fell asleep behind the wheel of his pickup truck, lost control of the vehicle, and was sent flying into an unoccupied toll plaza last month in New Hampshire did not suffer any injuries or harm anyone else in the crash, state police say. According to a report by NECN, the 39-year-old man...
Read MoreSharing the Road with Motorcycles in New Hampshire
It’s motorcycle season in New Hampshire, and unfortunately, that means the return of a tragic refrain: when motorists turn left in front of motorcycles, the biker too often pays the price. This is, unfortunately, one of the most common ways motorcycle accidents happen: a motorist in an enclosed vehicle makes a left turn in front...
Read MoreDrivers who use alcohol & weed take more risks
It's no secret that impaired driving is irresponsible and dangerous — over 50% of all car accidents are caused by drivers who operate under the influence of alcohol or drugs. But what about drivers who drink alcohol and consume marijuana? Unsurprisingly, a new study reveals that combining the two substances can be a dangerous mix....
Read MoreDistracted driving a rampant problem on our roads
Whether it's texting, setting up a GPS, talking on the phone, or even taking a sip of coffee, today's drivers are confronted with more distractions now more than ever before. Distracted driving has become an epidemic on roadways across the country, resulting in far too many preventable car accidents. According to the most recent data...
Read MoreHow can a personal injury lawyer help me if I sustained severe injuries?
Severe injuries are more than temporary ailments that clear up with minimal treatment and rest. They are often life-changing and result in long recoveries or permanent complications. If you sustained a severe injury, you may never be able to perform the same job functions or engage in the same activities you once did. When someone...
Read MoreWhat are my legal options if I sustain airbag injuries?
If you were involved in a collision, your airbag may have saved your life or prevented a severe injury from occurring. Airbag injuries are still very common in head-on or frontal collisions. It only takes a collision at a speed of 8-14 mph to cause an airbag to deploy. Most airbag injuries are minor. Sometimes,...
Read MoreCan car accidents cause internal injuries?
Internal injuries can result from the impact of a crash. They happen when internal organs are damaged due to the impact of a crash or from being punctured by a broken bone or foreign object. Internal injuries can happen when a crash victim makes contact with a seat belt, steering wheel, airbag or head rest....
Read MoreHow much compensation should I expect from my car accident claim?
You were just involved in a collision with another driver. You made an appointment with your primary care physician only to find out that you are stuck with a heap of medical bills. On top of that, you may need long-term physical therapy, resulting in potential future medical costs. Your doctor also recommends that you...
Read MoreRear-end crashes can cause more than just whiplash
Whiplash is the most common injury sustained in rear-end collisions. It occurs when the head and neck whip forward and backward in a rapid motion, causing damage to the soft tissue in the neck. Whiplash generally produces symptoms such as headaches, neck pain and stiffness, shoulder and back pain, tingling in the limbs, and fatigue....
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